Raisebore Assistant - Sasol Shondoni Site

REDPATH MINING; Durban; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining company in Durban is seeking an individual with underground mining and Raisebore experience to join their Raiseboring Department. The ideal candidate will have a Matric certificate, safety knowledge, and the ability to work flexible hours. Responsibilities include reporting incidents, conducting risk assessments, and maintaining tools and equipment to ensure safety standards are met.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year’s Underground Mining and Raisebore experience.
• Valid Driver’s license & own reliable transport.
• Medically fit for underground work.

Responsibilities

• Reporting of incidents and accidents to direct supervisors without delay.
• Conduct risk assessments for every new task.
• Ensure tools & equipment are safe and in good condition.

Skills

Safety procedures

Problem identification

Knowledge of the Mine Health & Safety Act

Understanding of Mine Language and English

Education

Matric certificate

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Matric certificate/ equivalent
• Competency B will be an advantage
• At least 1 year’s Underground Mining and Raisebore experience
• Valid Driver’s license & own reliable transport
• Must have no criminal record
• Must be able to successfully pass all SAPS and Client screening processes
• Medically Fit for underground work
• Be able to work flexible hours and willing to relocate

Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Be willing to grow in the Raiseboring Department
• Workshop procedures
• Safety procedures
• Problem identification
• Safety conscious
• Knowledge of the Mine Health & Safety Act and Regulations
• Knowledge of Codes of Practice and Working Guides
• Understanding of Mine Language and English

Roles & Responsibilities

• Reporting of incidents and accidents to direct supervisors without delay
• Reporting of all unsafe conditions & unsafe acts to his direct supervisor immediately
• Risk assessments conducted for every new & out of the ordinary task
• Ensure that all tools & equipment are in good condition and safe to use
• Assisting with Maintenance schedules
• Assisted with the planned maintenance as per the maintenance schedule. Focus must be placed on the following:
• Ensure that all the spares and tools are available for the service
• Ensure that the machine is cleaned after use
• Assist the Raisebore Operator to maintain a proper maintenance program to eliminate breakdowns and keep to satisfactory requirements
• Give assistance to the Raisebore Operator with repairs or breakdowns
• Assistance with assessing the breakdown and identifying the problem
• Obtain all the necessary tools and spare parts to rectify the problem
• Be responsible and accountable for tools and equipment
• The individual must immediately report to his supervisor should he / she notices a difference in the quality of the equipment or wrong or damaged equipment which was supplied